Today we have a wine that while technically meets the requirement to be labeled a Zinfandel at 76% (75% is the minimum), it’s hard to really think of it as such because 24% is not Zinfandel. Luckily for us almost all of that 24% is Petite Sirah, a seriously delicious variety, and this blend results in a bold fruity wine that really hit me right.

The 2010 Ravenswood Napa Valley Old Vine Zinfandel begins with a wonderful strong aroma of spicy black cherry cola and a little vanilla. The wonderfulness continues when tasting this delicious, full-bodied, almost hedonistic wine. Blackberry, black cherry, raspberry and lots of warm spice combine with silky tannins to make your mouth go yum. The finish is very long and dry and features sweet, never-ending blackberry, lots of spice and a hint of chocolate. While this is definitely a bold wine, it is not totally overblown like a lot of Zins can be these days. Bulk Buy!

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